Tag: Tishah B'av

Jewish Action recommends two books for Tishah BAv reading.
The Beit Hamikdash, or Temple in Jerusalem, was destroyed by the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago, leaving little physical evidence of its appearance.
Dr. Yael Ziegler's book, "Lamentations: Faith in a Turbulent World," offers a unique and accessible exploration of the Book of Lamentations.
During the Nine Days, when we mourn the destruction of the Beit Hamikdash (Holy Temple) leading up to Tishah B'Av, refraining from eating meat serves as a reminder of the meat sacrifices that can no longer be made.
Rabbi Gad Bouskila of Netivot Israel Congregation discusses Moroccan Kinot traditions for Tishah B'Av, highlighting differences from Ashkenazic customs.
The author struggles with understanding the spiritual significance of Tishah B'Av, a somber day on the Jewish calendar commemorating the destruction of the Temples and other tragedies.
Rabbi Dr. Tzvi Hersh Weinreb shares his deep connection to leading Tishah B'Av morning programs focusing on the kinot, expressing the need for meaningful presentations of these lamentation poems.